How to treat hemorrhage in the fundus of the eye

Feb 27, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Cui Xin

Introduction

If retinal hemorrhage is caused by non-pathological factors, it is recommended to maintain adequate sleep and reduce eye strain to alleviate the bleeding. If caused by trauma, local heat application may be used to promote absorption of the hemorrhage. If caused by hypertension, antihypertensive medications should be administered; commonly used drugs include hydrochlorothiazide tablets, furosemide tablets, and metoprolol tartrate tablets.

Blood accumulation in the fundus can generally be treated with different approaches depending on the underlying cause. Common causes include non-disease factors and disease-related factors, such as trauma and hypertension.

I. Non-disease factors

This may result from excessive eye use and eye fatigue, leading to slowed blood circulation around the eyes and congestion of blood vessels in the fundus. It is recommended to ensure adequate sleep and reduce the amount of time spent using the eyes.

II. Disease-related factors

1. Trauma

Minor rupture and bleeding of ocular capillaries due to injury may lead to blood accumulation. Applying a warm towel compress locally can help improve local blood circulation and promote absorption of the accumulated blood.

2. Hypertension

Hypertension may cause abnormalities in the eye's blood vessels, resulting in fundus hemorrhage. Antihypertensive medications may be used under a doctor's guidance. Commonly prescribed drugs include hydrochlorothiazide tablets, furosemide tablets, and metoprolol tartrate tablets, which help lower blood pressure and relieve symptoms.

In addition, diabetes may also be a contributing factor. It is recommended to identify the exact cause and follow medical advice for appropriate treatment.

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What causes sudden, unexplained retinal bleeding?

Unexplained retinal hemorrhage may be caused by physiological factors, keratitis, retinal holes, etc. Subconjunctival hemorrhage can result from eye fatigue. Inflammatory reactions in corneal tissue lead to keratitis. Degeneration of the retina and vitreous tissues may pull and tear the retina, causing retinal holes. Additionally, conditions such as hypertension and diabetes may cause vascular occlusion or secondary bleeding, which can also lead to hemorrhage.

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Causes and Treatment Methods for Retinal Hemorrhage in the Elderly

Eye bleeding in elderly individuals may result from poor lifestyle habits or infections, and can be treated with pranoprofen eye drops, diclofenac sodium eye drops, or vitrectomy. If caused by damage to retinal blood vessel walls, treatment options include tobramycin eye drops or vitreoretinal surgery. If due to age-related macular degeneration, treatments may include vitamin A tablets or submacular hemorrhage removal surgery.

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How can retinal hemorrhage be absorbed quickly?

There is generally no such thing as a quick way to absorb eye hemorrhage without actual bleeding in the retina. Retinal hemorrhage may be caused by factors such as excessive fatigue, trauma, bacterial conjunctivitis, hypertension, or age-related macular degeneration. It is recommended that patients adopt bed rest, local heat application, use of eye drops, oral medications, or surgery to facilitate absorption. During treatment, patients should avoid strenuous exercise and alcohol consumption.